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1100 E Lake Shore Dr Springfield, IL 62712. Hours: 10:00- 5:00 CT. Get Directions. Overview. The Henson Robinson Zoo began as a dream of a prominent Springfield citizen by the name of Henson C. Robinson. In 1967, a tract of land was donated to the Springfield Park District by the City of Springfield to fulfill his dream.
1100 E. Lake Shore Dr. Springfield, Illinois 62712. 217-585-1821. April - October 31: Daily: 10 am - 5 pm, November: Saturday & Sunday: 10 am - 4 pm. Admission. Website. ABOUT. The Henson Robinson Zoo is home to animals native to Australia, Africa, Asia and North and South America.
Henson Robinson Zoo, Springfield. 15,072 likes · 122 talking about this · 19,152 were here. The zoo is open from 10 am to 5pm daily.
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Henson Robinson Zoo. 157 reviews. #20 of 118 things to do in Springfield. Zoos. Write a review. About. More than 300 animals from Africa, Asia, Australia, North and South America call this popular zoo home. Meets animal welfare guidelines.
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The Springfield Park District provides recreational programs, special events, parks, golf courses, a zoo, ice rinks, and various other facilities to serve individuals and families in the Springfield metro area.
The Henson Robinson Zoo is a private nonprofit zoo owned and operated by the Springfield Park District. The zoo was built in 1968–1970 on the eastern shore of Lake Springfield to serve the population of Central Illinois, and opened in 1970.
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Nestled in a wooded area near Lake Springfield. The Henson Robinson Zoo is home to animals native to Australia, Africa, Asia and North and South America. Over 90 species of native and exotic animals are housed here among naturalistic exhibits.
